Sony a1 & a7S III Firmware Updates Officially Announced

In addition to the Sony a9 III (B&H /Adorama ) & FE 300mm f/2.8 GM OSS Lens (B&H/Adorama ), Sony also announced the new firmware updates for firmware updates for a1 & a7S III cameras.

Press Release:

Firmware Updates for the Alpha 1 and Alpha 7S III Models

In addition to the release of Alpha 9 III, Sony has announced new firmware updates for the Alpha 1 and Alpha 7S III full-frame mirrorless cameras xvii. The new software will provide both models with some of Sony’s latest imaging technologies including the highly requested Focus Breathing Compensation feature, IPTC and FTP workflow enhancement, and C2PA format support. The firmware will also update the Alpha 1 with Relay Playback, and the Alpha 7S III with DCI 4K 24.00P shooting format. The camera software update will be available in Spring 2024.

Sony a1 body: $6,498 at (AmazonB&HAdorama).

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Updated Sony Camera Roadmap in 2023

Here are the latest rumors on the upcoming Sony Camera Roadmap in 2023. There are many new Sony cameras expected to be released this year. Below you can find the list of rumored Sony compact cameras, E-mount cameras to be announced in 2023.

We hope these expectations will come true and we will meet the Sony ZV Full Frame Mirrorless CameraSony a6700/a7000 APS-C Mirrorless Camera, Sony a7C II, Sony a9 III, Sony A7S IVSony ZV-E20 & ZV-E10 II, Sony FX6 II and Sony A1 II. 

In 2023, there will be a lot of new Sony cameras to be released. Below is a list of rumored Sony compact cameras, E-mount cameras to be announced in 2023. See the rumored Sony Camera Roadmap below: Continue reading “Updated Sony Camera Roadmap in 2023”

Sony A7S IV to be Announced in Q3 or Q4, 2023 w/ No 8K Video

So let’s talk about the latest rumors on Sony A7s IV camera. According to latest Sony rumors, this new camera will be announced in Q3 or Q4 of 2023. It will have 6K sensor for RAW video and the highest dynamic range ever.

This will be a new, top of the line and very expensive pro video-centric mirrorless camera without 8K video recording. The features list for Sony A7s IV is not leaked yet, but our expectation would be the introduction of a 24.2MP CMOS Sensor with enhanced video core specifications. It is said that the upcoming Sony a7s IV will not support 8K so 24MP sensor makes sense. More details after thebreak! Continue reading “Sony A7S IV to be Announced in Q3 or Q4, 2023 w/ No 8K Video”

2023 Sony Black Friday Deals Now Live

2023 Sony Black Friday & Cyber Monday deals now live. You can save up to $600 off Sony cameras and lenses online.

Check major stores B&H Photo Video/Adorama/Amazon. Below is the full list of Sony Black Friday deals in 2023: Continue reading “2023 Sony Black Friday Deals Now Live”

Sony a1 Firmware Ver.1.30 & a7S III Firmware Ver.2.10 Released

New Sony firmware updates released . The new firmware update Version 1.30 for Sony a1 and firmware update Version 2.10 for Sony a7S III cameras are now available for download online.

Sony a1 Firmware Ver.1.30

Download links:

Sony a1 Firmware Update Version 1.30

Benefits and Improvements

  • Allows you to select M and S sizes in addition to L when using the RAW recording lossless compression method
  • Adds the 4:2:2 10bit selection when shooting XAVC HS 8K
  • Allows proxy recording during a remote computer connection
  • Improves the accuracy of the Eye AF feature
  • Fixes an issue where the remote shooting may not work with Imaging Edge Desktop (Remote)
  • Improves the stability of the custom white balance
  • Improves the operational stability of the camera

Sony a7S III Firmware Ver.2.10

Sony a7S III Firmware Update Version 2.10

Benefits and Improvements

  • Allows proxy recording during a remote computer connection
  • Improves the accuracy of the Eye AF feature
  • Improves the stability of the custom white balance
  • Improves eye sensor detection performance with strong light sources, such as sunlight
  • Improves the operational stability of the camera

Sony a1 body: $6,498 at AmazonB&HAdorama.

Sony a7S III body: $3,498 at AmazonB&HAdorama.

Full list of 2021 TIPA World Awards Winners

The Technical Image Press Association (TIPA) announced all the winners of the 2021 TIPA World Awards. The Canon EOS M50 Mark II wins the“best APS-C entry level camera” while the Canon RF 600mm f/11 IS STM wins the“best prime telephoto lens”. Overall Best Full Frame Professional Camera is the Sony a1.

Here is the best photo gear of 2021 according to the TIPA World Awards 2021 winners list. Continue reading “Full list of 2021 TIPA World Awards Winners”

Sony a7S III Firmware Update Version 2.01 Released

Sony released a new firmware update for Sony a7S III mirrorless camera. New firmware update version 2.01 for Sony Alpha a7S III (AmazonB&HAdorama) now available for download.

Download links:

Sony a7S III Firmware Version 2.01 (Windows)

Sony a7S III Firmware Version 2.01 (Mac)

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Sony a7SIII Hands-On Review Round-Up

Here are the Sony Alpha A7SIII hands-on review round-up. With a full-frame 12mp sensor, the A7SIII offers exceptional low-light performance.

The Sony a7SIII mirrorless camera was officially announced on July 28, 2020 (pre-order opens on the same day). With extreme full-frame movie performance including high sensitivity (expanded ISO up to 409600), 15-stop wide dynamic range, 4K 120p, fast and dependable autofocusing, and extra-strong image stabilization, the Sony a7SIII is an ideal tool for movie makers. Continue reading “Sony a7SIII Hands-On Review Round-Up”

Atomos announces development of ProRes RAW support for Sony FX3

Atomos announces development of Apple ProRes RAW support on the Ninja V for Sony’s New FX3. With the Apple ProRes RAW support, Sony FX3 will be getting 4.3K/60p ProRes RAW external recording to Ninja V.

The FX3 is Sony’s latest offering in its newly formed Cinema Camera Line and borrows a lot of its features from the popular a7S III, remixing it into a body better suited for video-centric workflows.

According to Atomos, they will soon enable the Ninja V 5-inch monitor/recorder to record 12bit ProRes RAW up to 4.3K/60p from the Sony FX3.

Atomos previously announced the Alpha 1 will be receiving the same treatment. Here are the details.

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Atomos announces development of ProRes RAW support for Sony A1

Atomos announces development of ProRes RAW support on the Ninja V for Sony Alpha 1 flagship mirrorless camera.. With the Apple ProRes RAW support, Sony a1 will be getting 4.3K/60p ProRes RAW external recording to Ninja V.

Designed for professional content creators, the Sony A1 has a 50.1Mp full-frame stacked Exmor RS CMOS sensor with integrated memory and an upgraded Bionz XR processor. Using it with the Ninja V will enable 16-bit raw video to be compressed and recorded as 12-bit ProRes RAW.

According to Atomos, they will soon enable the Ninja V 5-inch monitor/recorder to record 12bit ProRes RAW up to 4.3K/60p from the Sony a1.

Sony a1 will be one of the best selling mirrorless cameras in 2021. You can check updates about the Sony a1 stock status. The price of the high-end full frame mirrorless camera is $6,499 and available at AmazonB&HAdoramaMore details after the break !

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